The school holidays are over and while the kids are back in class, Wotif.com has also been hard at work crunching the numbers and scouring feedback left by family travellers to reveal the places which help deliver the best holidays and has compiled a list of the 10 best family apartments and holiday parks in Australia.

Queensland gets top marks for family holidays, being home to seven out of the top 10 recommended holiday venues; with five of them located on the Gold Coast.

Product Director, Donna Rodios said: “Queensland is certainly top of the class when it comes to delivering great places for families to spend their holidays – taking out 7 of the top 10 spots.

“The Gold Coast offers families an exciting holiday playground with everything from sunny beaches, theme parks and plenty of day-trip activities to choose from but it’s the location, value and facilities which set each of the top 10 spots apart.

“A clear trend in the results shows Aussie families like a bit of luxury while they’re away with the kids.

“The top rated Soul Surfers Paradise offers a range of luxury one, two and three bedroom apartments and its beachfront location, swimming podium, complete with kid’s pool, help make it such a hit with families.”

Mantra CEO, Bob East said: “When Mantra Group took over management of Soul Surfers Paradise we said that we wanted to take it to the next level – now the property is not only a favourite amongst luxury travellers, it’s also top of mind for families looking for a five-star experience. The facilities and service at Soul are outstanding and I congratulate the team there on this well-deserved accolade.”

“To take number one and two spots on the survey is very pleasing as Peppers Broadbeach has consistently been a favourite with families since opening in 2010. Together, Soul and Peppers are really offering some of the finest options for families holidaying on the Coast.”

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